Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Also known as Peppergrass · Pepperweed
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Thrives in bright light.
Water moderately when soil is dry.
50% intensity
Ensure good drainage.
Tolerates a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Adaptable to sandy, loamy, or clay soils.
50% intensity
Ideal growing temperature is between 15-25 °C.
60% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
30% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Pruning is generally not required for this species. Remove any dead or damaged stems if necessary to maintain a tidy appearance.
Propagated by seeds sown in spring or autumn. Can also be propagated by division of clumps in early spring.
Not typically grown in pots. If grown in containers, repot every 1-2 years in spring when root-bound, using fresh potting mix.
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Photos of Lepidium Apetalum (Lepidium apetalum)
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Botanical classification